Barnaby Joyce
Australian Politician, Deputy Prime Minister
Born
April 17th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as the 17th Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and held the position of Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources. Represented the New England electorate since 2005. Played a significant role in the National Party and was involved in various policy decisions impacting rural Australia. Undertook leadership responsibilities during periods of political change, including an earlier term as Deputy Prime Minister from 2016 to 2017.
Served as Deputy Prime Minister from 2016 to 2017
Led the National Party in Australia
Held the Minister for Agriculture position
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